RAM 2015 1500, Operating Information Manual, Page: 306 / 998

Shallow Standing Water
Although your vehicle is capable of driving
through shallow standing water, consider the fol-
lowing Cautions and Warnings before doing so.
WARNING!
•
Driving through standing water limits your
vehicle’s traction capabilities. Do not ex-
ceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through
standing water.
•
Driving through standing water limits your
vehicle’s braking capabilities, which in-
creases stopping distances. Therefore, af-
ter driving through standing water, drive
slowly and lightly press on the brake pedal
several times to dry the brakes.
•
Failure to follow these warnings may result
in injuries that are serious or fatal to you,
your passengers, and others around you.
CAUTION!
•
Always check the depth of the standing water
before driving through it. Never drive through
standing water that is deeper than the bottom
of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle.
•
Determine the condition of the road or the
path that is under water and if there are
any obstacles in the way before driving
through the standing water.
•
Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when
driving through standing water. This will
minimize wave effects.
•
Driving through standing water may cause
damage to your vehicle’s drivetrain compo-
nents. Always inspect your vehicle’s fluids
(i.e., engine oil, transmission, axle, etc.) for
signs of contamination (i.e., fluid that is milky
or foamy in appearance) after driving through
standing water. Do not continue to operate
the vehicle if any fluid appears contaminated,
as this may result in further damage. Such
damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•
Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine
can cause it to lock up and stall out, and
cause serious internal damage to the en-
gine. Such damage is not covered by the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS
Care should be taken when attempting to climb
steep hills or driving diagonally across a hill or
slope. If natural obstacles force you to travel
diagonally up or down a hill, choose a mild
angle and keep as little side tilt as possible.
Keep the vehicle moving and make turns slowly
and cautiously.
If you must back down a hill, back straight down
using REVERSE gear. Never back down in
NEUTRAL or diagonally across the hill.
When driving over sand, mud, and other soft
terrain, shift to low gear and drive steadily. Apply
the accelerator slowly to avoid spinning the
wheels.
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